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Mongolian-style filigree is a laborious, delicate jeweler's art whose lineage includes Fabergé eggs and the trousseaux of Qing dynasty empresses. Few artisans in China remain who can achieve this level of precise detail, but by adapting these time-honored techniques for modern tastes, craftsmen are able to continue making a living through this ancient art. Here, colorful faceted amethyst and peridot alternate within links of high-gloss enamel and intricate 24-karat gold-vermeil filigree (an 18th-century French term for gold-plated sterling silver) to create an accent fit for a queen. Not available for shipment outisde of the U.S. and Canada.

I had been eyeing this bracelet for awhile and am so glad I finally went and ordered it. The fact that all these tiny loops and details are handmade is amazing. I think it adds to the joy of wearing something, knowing that somebody took such time over it, and that buying it supports these incredible traditional arts! The colours in the bracelet I received were not exactly like the picture, and actually, I think are much prettier. In the one I received the gemstones have a deeper, more pleasing colour, but also the cloisonne is a prettier purple and a richer blue that goes better with the gemstones and adds to the overall unity of the piece. The squeeze clasp is nice. There is a very small, delicate catch-chain as well, and this can be a little tricky to operate one-handed. The bracelet is actually larger than I expected, which rarely happens when ordering something, but is still very light because of the filigree not being a solid piece of metal. Doesn't feel too bulky to wear. The bracelet includes minor variations/imperfections (such as the stones not all being set exactly straight) that I think sort of add to the charm of a hand-made product. (I'd rather have a hand-made item with variations, than a perfect, machine-made knock-off any day.) Very, very pleased with this. Will use it and love it into the forseeable future. It is such an incredibly unique, interesting and eye-catching piece that it cannot help but draw attention. Plus, it holds a special place for me since I have a certain fascination with Mongolia, its history and culture.

I bought this for myself for Christmas. The bracelet is beautiful but delicate, not for everyday wear. The clasp is also difficult and delicate. Bottom line beautiful, unique, an I have gotten compliments on it every time I wear it.

I'm very particular when selecting jewelry as presents for my soon to be 29 yr old daughter. She will open it 042412 so I can't attest yet as to it how well it stands the test of time, but the combination of gemstones, gold filagree and cloisonne makes for an unusual and beautiful piece for her to remember her Daddy by.